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Personnel & Materials Hoist

CPCCLHS3001

Licence to operate a personnel and materials hoist

Duration: 

3 Days

This unit specifies the outcomes required to operate a builder's hoist in which personnel, goods and/or materials may be hoisted, and which comprises a car, structure, machinery or other equipment associated with the hoist, and which may be a cantilever hoist, a tower hoist or a multiple winch operation. Included in this definition are situations where winches may be configured to operate as hoists for the transportation of personnel for licensing purposes.


Course Delivery 

A learner guide and review questions will be provided to the student prior to course commencement. To fulfil the training requirements for this course, the student must read through this, complete the review questions and bring both with them on the day. 


The course consists of face-to-face theory, mathematical and practical training. Students may require additional mathematical study time during the training to ensure the best possible chance of a successful outcome. 


Assessment is conducted through a combination of practical demonstration and verbal or written questioning, including mathematics.   


Course Content 

  • Relevant Australian Standards, Legislation, Regulations and WH&S policy 


  • Hazard Identification and hazard prevention

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  • Plan work


  • Conduct routine checks


  • Conduct hoist operations

  • Shut down and secure a hoist 


Course Requirements    

  • 18 years of age or older 

  • Valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) 

  • 100 points of original Identification (as per WHSQ/SafeWork NSW requirements) 

  • Good English language, literacy and numeracy skills 

  • Appropriate clothing, including a hi-visibility shirt/vest and enclosed shoes or boots 

  • Adequate health and fitness to carry out tasks safely   


Course Fees 

A deposit of $1,000 is required within 7 days of enrolment, with the balance to be paid on the second day of classroom attendance. 

All enrolments are considered tentative until payment of the deposit is received.   


Course Outcome 

Upon successful completion participants will receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment in CPCCLHS3001 - Licence to operate a personnel and materials hoist and an application for a High Risk Work Licence. 


Important 

Queensland Residents: Upon successful completion of this course, participants have 60 days to submit their application for their HRW Licence online via their QGov account. Licensing fees apply. 


Anyone assessed as ‘not competent’ can be reassessed on the relevant section within 2 calendar months of initial assessment (after 2 months a full reassessment will be required). All reassessments must be undertaken within 12 months. 


Workplace, Health & Safety QLD HRW Licences are valid for 5 years. 


New South Wales Residents: Upon successful completion of this course, participants have 60 days to submit their application for their HRW Licence at Australia Post. Licensing fees apply. 


Anyone assessed as ‘not yet competent’ can be reassessed on the relevant section after 48 hours from the original assessment date, and before 90 days have elapsed (after 90 days a full reassessment will be required). 


SafeWork NSW HRW Licences are valid for 5 years.

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